“Had a lovely time at the cottage only down side was the pub that is near by was closed and is under new management so that was disappointing however we did find anothe one called the white horse that we could walk to.”

Adult bedrooms were lovely and very big beds, the den has two singles but the roof does slope and so is suited to smaller people or kids x

Adult bedrooms were lovely and very big beds, the den has two singles but the roof does slope and so is suited to smaller people or kids x

“Fantastic location & views.”

“Our stay at Old Hay Barn was delightful!”

The cottage is beautifully decorated, and it was lovely waking up to find goats, sheep, ducks, a pony, and a cat all on our front door step. The views were stunning. I loved the Hot Tub and our two year old loved the Den. I cannot recommend it enough.
Amanda and Darren were on hand if we needed anything. Hope to go again!

Mr RichardsAugust 2018

“We had an amazing time at The Old Hay Barn, the cottage was lovely,comfortable and clean.”

The owner's were lovely the only negatives I would give are the Den is too small and only suitable for really small children and maybe all the bedrooms should have tv's. But this is only a personal preference the surrounding area is beautiful and the cottage is too!

Mr GibbsAugust 2018

“We had a lovely weeks stay at the old barn.”

The welcome pack with cheese board & brownie was a fantastic little touch. Each of us enjoyed a daily dip in the hot tub to beautiful views of the surrounding area. All in all a beautiful barn, lovely area & perfect hosts.

“Fabulous house in a beautiful, peaceful spot”

We had a short mid-week stay and didn't want to leave! Lots of love has gone into making this house stylish and comfortable and the hosts' extra finishing touches (cheese! brownies!) were hugely appreciated. Our six-month-old loved the farm animals, whilst we thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings. It's in a lovely peaceful spot, great for a BBQ with family or friends in the evening with the sun going down over the gorgeous view. Nice pub just a short walk down the lane. We highly recommend it!

Mrs TaylorJune 2018

“Photograph gave the wrong impression.”

It was a picture of the best side, but it appeared to be facing a road, and in fact had a lovely view with a driveway in front rather than a road.

Ms UnwinJune 2018

“This property is absolutely outstanding both inside and out.”

Exceptionally welcome pack on arrival which we were informed of before so didn’t need to bring things we would have normally. Was just as comfortable as being at home. Already booked for next year.

“Beautiful house in a lovely spot.”

“Perfect Country Get Away”

The Old Hay Barn (OHB) is a beautiful cosy property full of original charming features such as the wooden beams in the high roofs and the exposed stone walls. The property itself is placed in the heart of a stunning valley with superb views in all directions, especially from the luxury hot tub. Nearby there are a plethora of gorgeous scenic walks to take advantage of and a great little boozer in the village (10min walk from OHB) to call in on your way home. The pub in question is the Butchers Arms and serves great food and drink. Especially the Thai Taster Menu.
The owners of the OHB Amanda and Darren are brilliant hosts and are always on hand if anything is required; for example - a bulb went in the bathroom and Darren was there within 30 minutes to change it. Plus on our arrival we had freshly baked brownies, local cheeses and continental wines awaiting us courtesy of our hosts.
Would definitely return to the Old Hay Barn in the future and hope to soon.

Mrs HornbyApril 2018

“Booked for 60th birthday celebration.”

Personal touches - balloons/welcome message, Procesco, treats, made it feel special.
Had everything we could ask for, not weekend away would seem the same now without a 'hot tub' (highly recommended).
The views from outside the cottage outlived expectations and the inside was spacious, very clean,comfortable and had everything you needed.
We all had a fab time and would highly recommend this accommodation 10/10
Thank you Amanda and Darren for our wonderful stay

“Perfect!!”

Stayed at this cottage for a long weekend to celebrate a friends 40th birthday.
This is a gorgeous cottage which is decorated and set up to a very high standard. There is everything you could possibly need for your stay from milk in the fridge so you can make a cup of tea without having to find a shop first, to having a dog cage if you take one with you. The extras were a lovely touch, wine, cake and a cheese board. There was also a 'happy birthday' message on a blackboard and they had even put up 40 balloons. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Would definitely recommend a stay here.

Mrs NashFebruary 2018

“What a wonderful stay we had in this beautiful and well equipped cottage.”

Welcomed with flowers, prosecco, cheese board, cakes and snacks a very good first impression! Even dog treats for our little furry friend.
The cottage was well designed and thoughtfully kitted our for a cosy stay in the stunning countryside. Comfy beds, sofas and a hot tub along with everything you need in the kitchen to cook, even a slow cooker and steamer.
Very helpful owners on hand if you need them. Testing the hot tub water each day reassuring.
Nice little village pub strolling distance and stunning scenery and walks from the doorstep.
Would return again and highly recommend it .
If you are taking a dog take a long leash as the garden isn’t secure and there is a cat and chickens to tempt it to run off!

Ms BenjaminDecember 2017

“The cottage was correctly described, though we were not fully aware of the exact height restriction in the 4th bedroom from the Sykes description.”

The owner made us aware a few days before arrival. Nevertheless, we were very comfortable. The additional touches, such as Christmas gifts, hamper and cheeseboard were most welcome and the house was nicely decorated for Christmas. The location was excellent and some of us enjoyed walking in the surrounding countryside. Using the hot tub on Christmas Day was a treat. As the dishwasher is a small one, we did do a fair bit of washing up and one or two extra tea towels would have been welcome. Overall, a most enjoyable stay and we would go to this cottage again.

The property

A character, semi-detached cottage, located on the owner’s working farm, in the village of Hepworth, 2 miles from the town of Holmfirth within the Yorkshire Dales.

This cottage has been finished to a high standard, still keeping a lot of the original features, making a wonderful holiday base for families or groups of friends.

On entering the cottage there is a porch which makes a great place to hang coats and store boots.

This then enters into the large sitting room, where you will notice the beautiful character with high ceilings and exposed beams, as well as exposed stonework.

There is plenty of comfy seating in front of a welcoming woodburning stove, making a great place to relax a full day out and about exploring the beautiful area.

A few steps up, takes you to the dining area with the well-equipped kitchen across the corridor and a shower room.

There is everything needed here for your stay, even somewhere for your four-legged friends to sleep.

Upstairs are four bedrooms, all with different sized beds, giving great flexibility.

The twin bedroom is within the eaves and would make a great place for the kids to stay.

There is also a bathroom on the first floor.

To the outside is plenty of lawned gardens to the front of the cottage; a great place for the kids to let off some steam and for the dogs to stretch their legs.

To the side is a lovely gravelled area with a hot tub; enjoy with a glass of something chilled whilst enjoying the sights and sounds of the countryside.

Watch the Indian Runner Ducks splash about in the duck pond and the chickens, sheep and lambs wandering through the ample fields that are to front of the cottage.

Fancy collecting your own eggs for breakfast?

This
can be arranged directly with the owners for the price of the eggs.
A ten minute walk takes you into the village itself with a beautiful church and excellent pubs, restaurants and cafes.

Don’t forget to pack your walking boots and bikes as there are varied and interesting walks right from the doorstep, and the beautiful surroundings ensure that you have all the makings for a relaxing, enjoyable break.

The Yorkshire Sculpture Park, The National Coal Mining Museum, Wentworth Castle, and the Hepworth Gallery are also within short drives away and well worth a visit.

A short distance takes you to the town of Holmfirth with its many shops, pubs and restaurants.

Holmfirth is famous as the setting for the comedy series, Last of the Summer Wine.

The Peak District National Park with its moors, dales, forests, lakes and reservoirs is also easily accessible.

Whether you decide to explore the surrounding Dales or the Peak District, this is a great location to explore at any time of the year.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome - must be kept on a lead at all times whilst directly outside the property due to farm animals

Sorry, no smoking

Shops 3 miles and pub 10 mins walk, farm shop 1 mile

Note: The twin room has very restricted headroom which is 5' 6" maximum and then immediately slopes due to being under the eaves (please see picture 13) care to be taken

The twin room is also accessed via one step

Note: Due to the layout of the twin room this cannot be made into a double bed.

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About the location

HEPWORTH

Holmfirth 2 miles; Glossop 16 miles.

The old traditional Pennine village of Hepworth is situated in the heart of the beautiful Holme Valley, on the edge of the West Yorkshire Pennines. Mentioned in the Doomsday Book, the village is made up of lovely old stone cottages, a beautiful church and excellent pubs, restaurants and cafes. The village has many traditions including the centuries old Hepworth Feast, which commemorates the end of the Great Plague in Hepworth and is held annually on the last Monday in June. Hepworth along with its nearby neighbour Holmfirth, will be remembered by most as being the home of Compo, Cleggy and Nora Batty, from the long running comedy series 'Last of the Summer Wine', whilst the nearby Colne Valley is home to the fictional 'Skelthwaite' from the successful TV series 'Where the Heart Is'. A lovely area steeped in history where visitors always enjoy the genuine hospitality of a thriving local community.